Find flights
Deals
When to book
FAQs

Cheap flights from California to Dubai, United Arab Emirates from AED 1,461

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 17/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — DXB
21 Aug — 28 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from California to Dubai

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

Cheapest flights from California to Dubai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Dubai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 July 2026.

Mon 2/1114:20
SNA
-
DXB
2 stops41h 25m
Air Canada
Sun 15/1101:30
DXB
-
SNA
2 stops48h 32m
Air Canada
Deal found 21/7AED 2,963
Sun 6/908:02
SJC
-
DXB
2 stops26h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/923:00
DXB
-
SJC
2 stops30h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/7AED 3,004
Mon 2/1114:20
SNA
-
DXB
2 stops41h 25m
Air Canada
Fri 13/1101:30
DXB
-
SNA
2 stops48h 00m
Air Canada
Deal found 21/7AED 3,011
Wed 4/1114:20
BUR
-
DXB
2 stops22h 50m
Delta
Mon 16/1120:30
DXB
-
BUR
2 stops27h 58m
Delta
Deal found 21/7AED 3,018
Wed 4/1112:18
ONT
-
DXB
2 stops24h 52m
Delta
Mon 16/1120:30
DXB
-
ONT
2 stops26h 57m
Delta
Deal found 21/7AED 3,018
Mon 2/1114:20
SNA
-
DXB
2 stops41h 25m
Air Canada
Wed 18/1101:30
DXB
-
SNA
2 stops67h 29m
Air Canada
Deal found 21/7AED 3,066
Sun 13/910:22
SJC
-
DXB
2 stops24h 03m
Qatar Airways
Thu 17/923:00
DXB
-
SJC
2 stops30h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 17/7AED 3,077
Wed 4/1107:05
ONT
-
DXB
2 stops30h 05m
Delta
Tue 17/1106:30
DXB
-
ONT
2 stops28h 13m
Delta
Deal found 20/7AED 3,081
Wed 18/1118:12
SJC
-
DXB
2 stops22h 18m
Delta
Fri 4/1201:30
DXB
-
SJC
2 stops27h 30m
Delta
Deal found 18/7AED 3,103
Sun 1/1107:05
ONT
-
DXB
2 stops30h 05m
Delta
Fri 13/1101:30
DXB
-
ONT
2 stops45h 46m
Delta
Deal found 20/7AED 3,103
Wed 4/1114:20
SNA
-
DXB
2 stops45h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 15/1101:30
DXB
-
SNA
2 stops48h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/7AED 3,110
Wed 5/818:12
SJC
-
DXB
2 stops41h 23m
Delta
Fri 14/800:40
DXB
-
SJC
2 stops26h 29m
Delta
Deal found 19/7AED 3,125

Find flight deals from California to Dubai

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Dubai flight deals. Data was last updated 22 July 2026.

Round-trip from

AED 2,963

One-way from

AED 1,461

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

AED 3,914

Good one-way deal

AED 2,544 or less
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 2/11-15/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 89h 57m total
  • California to Dubai
Search Deals
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 17/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 03m total
  • California to Dubai
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (AED 669 potential increase over avg. return price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (AED 360 potential savings vs. average return price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
Search Deals
Price to beat on a one-way flight from California to Dubai Intl.
Search Deals

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customise your flight search to find flights from California to Dubai that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 220,657 searches. Data last updated 22 July 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Dubai that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

San JoseDubai

SJC - DXB

SJCDXB

San Jose

Thu 3/9

07:00-22:35

2 stops28h 35m

Dubai Intl

Wed 9/9

00:40-15:44

2 stops26h 04m

AED 3,103

San JoseDubai

SJC - DXB

SJCDXB

San Jose

Mon 3/8

18:12-22:35

2 stops41h 23m

Dubai Intl

Fri 14/8

00:40-16:09

2 stops26h 29m

AED 3,125

San JoseDubai

SJC - DXB

SJCDXB

San Jose

Wed 5/8

20:53-22:35

2 stops38h 42m

Dubai Intl

Wed 12/8

00:40-17:02

2 stops27h 22m

AED 3,125

San JoseDubai

SJC - DXB

SJCDXB

San Jose

Sun 6/9

07:00-22:35

2 stops28h 35m

Dubai Intl

Sat 12/9

00:40-22:06

2 stops32h 26m

AED 3,140

OntarioDubai

ONT - DXB

ONTDXB

Ontario

Tue 3/11

06:20-23:20

2 stops29h 00m

Dubai Intl

Tue 17/11

06:30-22:43

2 stops28h 13m

AED 3,143

OntarioDubai

ONT - DXB

ONTDXB

Ontario

Sat 7/11

06:20-23:20

2 stops29h 00m

Dubai Intl

Fri 13/11

01:30-11:16

2 stops45h 46m

AED 3,169

OntarioDubai

ONT - DXB

ONTDXB

Ontario

Thu 5/11

06:46-22:25

2 stops27h 39m

Dubai Intl

Sat 14/11

01:50-22:53

2 stops33h 03m

AED 3,224

OntarioDubai

ONT - DXB

ONTDXB

Ontario

Wed 4/11

13:52-22:25

2 stops44h 33m

Dubai Intl

Thu 12/11

01:50-20:06

2 stops30h 16m

AED 3,224

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Sat 24/10

19:35-13:25

1 stop30h 50m

Dubai Intl

Tue 29/6

10:30-16:40

1 stop41h 10m

AED 3,231

Santa AnaDubai

SNA - DXB

SNADXB

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 4/11

18:26-22:25

3 stops39h 59m

Dubai Intl

Thu 19/11

09:20-22:05

2 stops24h 45m

AED 3,279

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 17/7

Showing 1-10 of 60 resultsSorted by cheapest first
1
2
3
...
6

Best time to book a flight from California to Dubai

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Dubai from California with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Dubai

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Dubai?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Dubai (average of AED 3,125). Flying from California to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of AED 4,612). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CA to DXB?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Dubai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 22 July 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Dubai as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from California to Dubai

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Dubai. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 22 July 2026.

The most flights from USCA to DXB are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from California to Dubai?

How far ahead should I book a flight from California to Dubai?

The best time to book flights from California to Dubai is 66 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Dubai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Dubai from California?

    Located just 10.9 km from the city centre, Dubai Intl (DXB) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Dubai from California.

  • How popular is this California to Dubai flight route?

    This flight path from California to Dubai Intl was viewed by 17 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from California to Dubai?

    Departing from California to Dubai will take you 26h 15m. California and Dubai are separated by a distance of 13414 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Dubai?

    The most popular route from California to Dubai is San Francisco - Dubai Intl. You may also consider Los Angeles Los Angeles - Dubai Intl or Ontario - Dubai Intl.

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Dubai?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for AED 2,503. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Dubai Intl) can be booked for AED 2,717 on average, our data indicates AED 2,728 when flying from California to Dubai.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Dubai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to Dubai flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Dubai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from California to Dubai.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Dubai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Dubai by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Dubai?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Dubai (average of AED 3,125). Flying from California to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of AED 4,612). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

See more FAQs

Travelling to a place near Dubai?

Book flights to Dubai if you plan to visit one of these locations
Ajman
Garhoud
Al Aqah

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Top 3 airlines flying from California to Dubai

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from California to Dubai. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 220,657 searches. Data last updated 22 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapestAED 2,371AverageAED 2,444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Search United Airlines flights
EmiratesCheapestAED 3,496AverageAED 4,074FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Search Emirates flights
KLMCheapestAED 3,686AverageAED 4,008FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Search KLM flights

Fly with Cheapflights

Find the best flight deals on Cheapflights, where travellers can enjoy low prices and a wide availability of flights to their desired destinations.

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from California to Dubai?

When you search for this flight from California to Dubai, Cheapflights searches on 900+ travel sites to save you time finding great flight deals online. Additionally, we offer filter features so you can choose a preferred cabin class or airline, see different price ranges, and much more so you can book the flight for you.

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from California to Dubai?

Cheapflights helps you find that perfect flight to Dubai from California by searching from hundreds of airlines and agencies you know and love. We are also free to use, in case you were wondering!

Can Cheapflights find flights from California to Dubai with no change fees?

Users can book flights with no change fees policies with our dedicated filters. Book flights from California to Dubai flexibly with Cheapflights today.

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from California to Dubai become cheaper?

Yes! Start tracking prices for California to Dubai flights today and get alerted whenever prices for these flights change. To access this feature, click the bell icon next to the flight deals above, which will prompt you for a valid email address to receive your alerts.

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book With Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees.

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.